Restaurant
Not expected. 10% for exceptional service at fine dining.
Up to 10%Tipping in Australia
How much to tip in
Australia
Tipping is not expected as service workers receive fair wages. Tips for exceptional service are appreciated.
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Restaurant in Australia
AppreciatedUp to 10%Not expected. 10% for exceptional service at fine dining.
Service charge often included — check the bill
A$
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 10%A$5.00
Total billA$55.00
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Not expected. Keep the change at most.
Up to 5%Taxi & rideshare
Round up to nearest dollar if you wish.
Up to 10%Hotel porter
A$2-5 per bag at luxury hotels only.
Housekeeping
Not expected.
Tour guide
A$5-10 for excellent tours.
5–10%Spa & massage
10% for excellent service.
Up to 10%Food delivery
Not expected.
Up to 10%Hair salon
10% or round up for great service.
Up to 10%Restaurant bills often include a service charge — check before adding more. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in Australia?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected. 10% for exceptional service at fine dining.
How much do you tip for bar in Australia?
Appreciated — Up to 5%. Not expected. Keep the change at most.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in Australia?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up to nearest dollar if you wish.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in Australia?
Not customary. A$2-5 per bag at luxury hotels only.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in Australia?
Not customary. Not expected.
How much do you tip for tour guide in Australia?
Appreciated — 5–10%. A$5-10 for excellent tours.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in Australia?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. 10% for excellent service.
How much do you tip for food delivery in Australia?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for hair salon in Australia?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. 10% or round up for great service.
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